The successful applicant for this position will be joining the Analytical Development team in Lonza Guangzhou Biologics. The Development group are responsible for the development and characterization manufacturing processes used for the production of novel therapeutic recombinant proteins for Lonza’s global client base. The purpose of this role is to execute analytical development activities and to provide technical expertise to support troubleshooting activities at both laboratory and manufacturing scale.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• To perform hands-on laboratory work with high levels of right first time in the upstream, downstream or analytical development team contributing to the development of processes suitable for technology transfer to the cGMP manufacturing teams. An understanding of cGMP manufacturing facility constraints and their impact on development activities will be developed.
• May contribute to method validation / characterisation activities by performing supporting laboratory scale studies.
• Interpret analytical data provided by the analytical team as required to define subsequent steps.
• Start to deliver high quality communication to ensure an outstanding customer experience (written reports, teleconferences, face-to-face meetings).
• Working as part of a site and/or global project team in multiple projects and ensure timely delivery of project workstages.
• Processes include either one of the following: Analytical Test methods include, but are not limited to, techniques using capillary electrophoresis, HPLC, oligosaccharide analysis, spectrophotometry, ELISAs, qPCR, etc.
• Adherence to EHS rules and regulations required at all times. Suggests improvements where possible.
• Documentation of results in accordance with Lonza policies and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) – as appropriate.
• General laboratory support including housekeeping, equipment calibration and maintenance, inventory of supplies, etc.
• Efficiently manage own time to meet commercial goals.
• Draft reports suitable for Science Lead review.
• Contributes to the design and implementation of operational efficiency projects.
• The initial phase of this position will be involved in the establishment of the facility (including but not limited to equipment purchase and qualification runs, facility design and set up)

General

• To work to the highest scientific standards under the direction of the Line Manager.
• To communicate project updates as required to internal and external customers, with guidance from Science lead or line manager.
• To contribute to the efficient running of the department including instigating and delivering operational efficiency projects.
• Contribute to departmental safety and training programmes as required.
• The role will require weekend working on a rota based system.

Education Experience

• Degree or Masters in a relevant Science field or Equivalent.
• Fresh graduates or with 1 to 2 years work experience.
• Understanding of theory and application of recombinant protein expression or protein production, purification or analysis
• Understanding of cGMP regulations.
• Good problem solving, analytical and teamworking skills.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Fluency in spoken and written English is an advantage
  

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